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A bowl of creamy harissa yogurt sauce garnished with parsley, olive oil, chili flakes, and lemon wedges.
🥗 Dips & SaucesEasy10 mins min👥 8 Servings

Harissa Yogurt Sauce

A creamy Mediterranean yogurt sauce with harissa, garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs that adds a spicy kick to grilled meats, vegetables, and wraps.

Prep Time

10 mins min

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Cook Time

0 mins min

Total Time

10 min

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Servings

8

Ingredients

  • 1 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh mint
  • 0.25 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.25 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 1 Fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1 Extra olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the Greek yogurt in a medium bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the harissa paste, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, mint, cumin, paprika, and salt.

  3. 3

    Whisk until completely smooth and well combined.

  4. 4

    Taste and adjust the harissa or lemon juice if desired.

  5. 5

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

  6. 6

    Transfer to a serving bowl.

  7. 7

    Drizzle with a little olive oil and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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